Water Of Leith Conservation Trust

Charity registered in Scotland SC000015

Our Vision: A healthy river cared for by its community Through partnerships and practical action The Water of Leith Conservation Trust (WOLCT) works to protect and improve the Water of Leith as a haven for wildlife and a resilient blue-green network for the city. We deliver inclusive learning, volunteering and recreational opportunities which connect communities with Edinburgh’s river. Registered Charity no SC000015 Founded in 1988, as Scotland’s first river charity and guardians of the river, we strive to raise the profile of this key environmental asset and promote community action to help the river. We work with volunteers and community groups to deliver around 250 river clean-ups and habitat improvement tasks annually - managing INNS, Meadows, and community gardens. Our open daily Visitor Centre is a hub for outdoor learning and we deliver over 170 school classes, community learning activities and events annually In partnership with others we manage 26 miles of river habitat and 13 miles of walkway through Edinburgh, promoting it sustainable use and management. We work to develop projects which improve the river health and resilience to climate change and improve spaces for all user.

• waterofleith.org.uk/
• facebook.com/wolct